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New Zealand Police, the NZ Transport Agency, Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and Wellington Free Ambulance are joining forces on the road tonight to remind people not to drink and drive.
An erupting volcano in Mexico forced KLM passengers to take an 11-hour flight from Amsterdam to ... Amsterdam
Passengers travelling on a KLM flight on Thursday were forced to endure an 11-hour journey that ended with them being dropped them off exactly where they started because of an erupting volcano.
Mexico City traffic chaos a matter of life or death
It's a peculiar scene: in the middle of a busy Mexico City intersection, police officers earnestly blow their whistles, instructing oncoming ...
Drone project aims to put floating Lagos slum on map
Lagos, Nigeria | AFP | John Eromosele records the coordinates of a bustling canal on his smartphone from aboard a dug-out canoe navigating the floating slum of Makoko in Nigerian megacity Lagos. The waterway is “like a boulevard, there’s always traffic here,” the computer coding specialist laughed as other boats jostled for space between rows of …
How To Fix Disney+ Streaming Issues
By now, you've probably heard Disney+ has arrived in Australia. While the streaming service's launch was a bit technically shaky in the US, Australia seems to have been spared from the brunt of it. With that said, some users are still experiencing occasional hiccups, including out-of-sync audio and video freeze ups....
DOC scraps plan to expand Lake Ianthe campsite
The Department of Conservation has scrapped plans to expand its campsite at Lake Ianthe/Matahi, in Westland after strong objections from conservation groups and locals.
Suspected bandits kill two Anambra vigilantes, collect their guns
Tony Okafor, Awka Suspected bandits on Friday killed two vigilantes in Anambra State and made away with their guns. The incident occurred on the Obosi-Nkpor road in the Idemili North Local Ar...
Florida diver loses arm after collision with boat, authorities say
A diver lost an arm Thursday when a boat severed the limb near Palm Beach, Florida. The arm was retrieved by a U.S. Coast Guard crew, authorities said.
How to use and manage Sign in with Apple
For an easier way to create accounts and sign in, on both apps and websites, here’s how to use Sign in with Apple and manage your account.
Extraordinary rescue from ends of the earth
29 November 2019
Dog rescued from remote island after it got spooked by a sealion and ran off
Flint, a Jack Russell-fox terrier cross, found himself lost and alone when bad weather forced crews to abandon their search efforts.
Block Friday: French activists try to disrupt discount shopping day
PARIS, Nov 29 — Activists staged protests against online retailer Amazon around France today and tried to blockade a shopping mall in Paris, denouncing as rampant consumerism the US Black Friday shopping frenzy that has spread to European shores. French companies have embraced the discount...
Massive preparations for MH17 trial revealed; Hearings spread over 25 weeks
The court case examining criminal responsibility in the crash of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 will begin on March 9 at the heavily secured court complex at Schiphol airport. The case, officially
'Not a Single Leaf of Aarey Will be Cut': Uddhav Thackeray Puts Metro Car Shed Construction on Hold
"Metro work will not stop but till next decision, not a single leaf of Aarey will be cut," Thackeray said while addressing a press conference.
Video: How the BMW Intelligent Emergency Call system works
The BMW Intelligent Emergency Call system has been implemented on BMWs over the last 10 years on various versions. See a demo of the system
Newlywed Toronto couple among seven people killed in Kingston plane crash
A newlywed Toronto couple are among the seven people who were killed when a small plane crashed in Kingston earlier this week.
First pictures of London Bridge 'shooting' after panic fills streets as police swarm on area
BBC correspondent John McManus told BBC News that he had heard several gunshots on London Bridge
Armed robbers smash into cash-in-transit van on Pretoria N1, escape with money
A cash-in-transit van was attacked by three gunmen on the N1 in Pretoria on Friday, officials have confirmed.
Botswana Drought Makes Wasteland of Harvests, Livestock
In semi-arid Botswana, the farmers are reeling after the worst drought in a decade wiped out entire harvests and left the land littered with dead livestock.
London Bridge closed amid reports of gunfire, police at scene
Police are dealing with an ongoing incident
The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?
The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation
Rescue Beacons Save Lives of Five Migrants in Arizona Desert
Rescue beacons placed in the Arizona desert by Tucson Sector Border Patrol officials led to the rescue of five migrants on Monday.
Jurgen Klopp praises owners for “constantly trying to develop” with Anfield Road end plans
Jurgen Klopp has praised Liverpool’s willingness to develop on and off the field after the latest plans for the Anfield Road end expansion were unveiled. It was announced on Friday morning that the club are planning to add a further 7,000 seats to Anfield with a £60 million redevelopment of the Anfield Road end to bring the capacity up to 61,000. This is an ambitious and very welcome outlook, which along with the new training ground in Kirkby and a high-profile kit deal with Nike will reflect the Reds’ success on the pitch. While it remains a long time until work could get underway at Anfield—with a new planning application expected in spring next year—Klopp spoke of his excitement at the news. “It’s really early stages, so I don’t even know exactly what I’m allowed to say, or what I can say,” he told reporters at Melwood on Friday.
India plans security audit of WhatsApp after hacking attempt
Troubles in WhatsApp's largest market.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
FRSC criticises lane indiscipline by drivers - The Nation Newspaper
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ebonyi has criticised the practice of lane indiscipline which it described as common among drivers in Ebonyi...
Law Enforcement Shuts Down Imminent Monitor Malware, Makes Arrests
Law enforcement agencies from numerous countries have shut down the Imminent Monitor Remote Access Trojan (RAT) and have arrested thirteen of its most prolific users.
Birmingham gang bosses jailed for smuggling drugs in frozen chicken
Two members of a Birmingham organised crime group who used frozen chickens to smuggle drugs into the UK have been jailed.
London Bridge Terror: Police Shoot Knifeman, Two Killed
Dozens of police response vehicles swarmed onto London Bridge Friday afternoon, amid reports of shots having been fired in the vicinity.
BREAKING: Man, 35, dies after being hit by ambulance in early morning crash
Thames Valley Police are investigating the crash, which happened on the A34 in Oxfordshire at around 3.20am today
Big Brother-style facial recognition installed at Bejing tube station
Identifies passengers as they enter the station
Teen who went viral with TikTok hair tutorial tells ITV News people need to know about China threat to Uighur Muslims
A 16-year-old whose hairstyling TikTok tutorial talking about the threat to Uighur Muslims in China has gone viral has told ITV News he and others are using the platform so people understand what's going on in our world. Pavan Shandil Narayan, who lives in Sacramento, California, posted the video on his TikTok channel five days ago. But it went viral on Friday after it was shared by US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Qatar signs MoU with APU to promote peace
The State of Qatar, represented by the Shura Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday with the African Parliamentary Union (APU).
Metropolitan Police issue London Bridge statement after 'number of people' left injured
The Metropolitan Police said: "Police were called at 1.58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge. Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @colp A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow."
Railway worker and enthusiast, 23, died after parking car on level crossing
Matthew Ryder, 23, who had no history of previous mental health problems, deliberately drove his car under barriers at a crossing and waited beside it on March 28, an inquest heard
You could be fined £100 for using a petrol station car wash
Penalties have been issued
The Northrop YF-23 Stealth Fighter: The Killer Jet the Air Force Said No To
The F-22 made it obsolete.
Microsoft Remote Desktop app for iOS updated with several new features
Microsoft Remote Desktop is a service that allows users to access and use their computer through another device, such as an iPhone or iPad. The iOS app, which had been abandoned for over a year, was updated this week with several new features, including support for recently released Apple devices and also Dark Mode compatibility on […]
Ford SA slapped with R35 million fine for Kuga debacle
Consumers will now be compensated for damages they may have suffered following the 2017 recalls of Ford Kuga 1.6 EcoBoost.This emerged at the National Consumer Commission's media briefing on the outcomes of its investigation into the matter in Pretoria on Friday.Ford made headlines in 2017 afte
London Bridge terror attack: Two members of the public dead after knife rampage - reports
Two members of the public have been killed after a man went on a rampage with a knife in a terror incident on London Bridge.
Twitter CEO does not use Google search engine for privacy reasons
Twitter CEO does not use Google search engine for privacy reasons. He uses DuckDuckGo's, a search engine that gives priority to the privacy of the user.
6 passengers medically evaluated after falling ill aboard docked cruise ship at Port of Los Angeles
Six people were medically evaluated after they reported falling ill while on board a docked cruise ship at the Port of Los Angeles Sunday morning.
Codemasters acquires Project CARS developer Slightly Mad Studios for $30m
Before getting into the official announcements from Codemasters and Slightly Mad Studios, let's take a brief drive through the latter's history.
Zurich Airport Wins Multi-Billion Contract to Build Delhi's Third Airport - Official
New Delhi (Sputnik): This is the first major success for the Switzerland-based company Zurich Airport International, as it has received setbacks five times in this year. Adani enterprises won bids to operate five major international airports in all those cases.
French Company Renault introduces Safety+ Edition Trucks in Uganda
French Multinational Automobile Manufacturer Renault, through their authorized distributor in Uganda Victoria Motors Ltd, has introduced Renault Trucks codenamed Safety+ Edition Trucks on to the Ugandan Market. The French Company, that started production in 1899, has introduced the Safety +Edition Trucks that come with additional and enhanced features like High Power Retardation, Neutral Inhibition while at slopes, Hill-start Anti-runaway parking brake, all aimed at enhancing the truck driver experience while improving on safety. The features ensure a high level of safety for the driver, other road users and at the same time improving productivity and revenues for business owners. According to Dickson Mwesigwa the Victoria Motors Uganda Sales Manager, the introduction of the Safety+ Edition Trucks is to purely respond to safety issues on the road. “Its introduction is basically to improve safety on the roads as well as being fuel economic. Most accidents are always as a result of human errors.
Paparoa National Park – new weather forecasts
Paparoa National Park – new weather forecasts
Acer's Aspire 5 Slim packs AMD hardware and an FHD display for only $260
Acer's Aspire 5 Slim is a 15-inch Ultrabook with AMD Ryzen hardware, discounted for Black Friday down to just $260. It's a great laptop for general productivity work, and that price is very hard to beat.
NZ training for Saudi Arabian air traffic control graduates
New Zealand training for Saudi Arabian air traffic control graduates
3 arrested in downtown Vancouver climate protests
Three protesters taking part in a mock funeral procession through downtown Vancouver have been arrested.
Man shot, detained after several stabbed near London Bridge
British police say a man has been shot and detained after several people were stabbed near to London Bridge. They are treating the incident as terror-related while they continue to investigate.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro goes up in flames - Gizchina.com
After a Redmi Note 7S going up in flames in India. Now, a Redmi Note 7 Pro has faced the same incident in China. Xiaomi says it has due to "external forces"
Last 2.5 years have been the safest in Railways’ history, says Piyush Goyal
The entire rail network will be electrified in India which is the only country in the globe that is experimenting to convert diesel engines into electric, he said.
Mexico City traffic chaos a matter of life or death
MEXICO CITY, Nov 29 — It’s a peculiar scene: In the middle of a busy Mexico City intersection, police officers earnestly blow their whistles, instructing oncoming traffic to stop — as indifferent drivers speed past them by the dozens. Undeterred, the cars waiting on the cross street enter the...
Telly fans face disruption thanks to new 4G mobile masts
Freeview viewers in Dunblane could have some of their favourite telly shows interrupted because new 4G mobile masts have been erected in the area.
Build office buildings for all GPs, says Minister
Dayakar Rao reviews work taken up under Centrally-aided schemes
Google's Messages app gains new 'Verified SMS' feature
The latest Messages beta brings a new "Verified SMS" feature, which can confirm the identity of a business sending you messages.
Driver condemned for ‘mindless parking’ in front of fire station doors
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was unable to send out one of its appliances to a road crash because it was blocked by the parked car.
Some Uber Drivers Use Bogus Identities and Shared Accounts
An anonymous reader shares a report: Uber faced a blow on Monday when London regulators refused to renew the ride-hailing company's operating permit because of safety concerns. The biggest issue lawmakers cited was drivers using false identities as they ferried unsuspecting passengers. At least 14,0...
No online access to accounts at NatWest, RBS and FirstDirect
It is one of the busiest shopping days of the year - and pay day for many
Again, a Xiaomi phone reportedly goes up in flames, this time a Redmi Note 7 Pro - Gizmochina
A Redmi Note 7 Pro model has reportedly gone up in flames in China. Song Yujie, a citizen of Zhoukou, Henan Province logged a report on November 27 that the Redmi Note 7 Pro that he had purchased for his father and used for more than 3 months was “spontaneously ignited” while in use. The …
Will Britain Lease Its New Aircraft Carriers to the U.S. Navy?
To offset a shrinking defense budget, the British military is considering whether to lease a carrier to the Americans, according to British media. The instigator of the scheme? The British Army,
Driver condemned for ‘mindless parking’ in front of fire station doors
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was unable to send out one of its appliances to a road crash because it was blocked by the parked car.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Police called to London Bridge following reports of shots being fired
The Metropolitan Police said they are dealing with an incident at London Bridge amid reports of shots being fired.
Hit and run driver kills two vigilante operatives in Anambra, guns removed
Two members of Obosi Central Vigilante Group in Idemili North local government area of Anambra State yesterday lost their lives
Galaxy S11 may come with a "Bright Night Sensor" for low-light photography
Samsung has filed a new trademark application for a new image sensor that it is calling “Bright Night Sensor” with the EUIPO. It is possible that the sensor could be used in the company’s upcoming Galaxy S11 series phones.
Florida diver loses arm after collision with boat, authorities say
A diver lost an arm Thursday when a boat severed the limb near Palm Beach, Florida. The arm was retrieved by a U.S. Coast Guard crew, authorities said.
Consumer Commission Fines Ford R35 Million For Kuga Fires
The National Consumer Commission has fined the Ford Motor Company R35 million for the Kuga SUV fires, which have seen a number of vehicles bursting into flames. The company has also agreed to compensate consumers affected by the fires. Compensation will amount to R50,000 each. The commission made the announcement at a briefing in Pretoria […]
How to use and manage Sign in with Apple
For an easier way to create accounts and sign in, on both apps and websites, here’s how to use Sign in with Apple and manage your account.
Ford Focus ST And Ranger Raptor Become Police Pursuit Cars
Police forces nationwide in the U.K. are set to trial two high-performance Fords with a view to them joining the police fleet.
Rail operator vows extra compensation for disrupted passengers
West Midlands Trains said timetable changes in May led to disruption on its London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
Dayton traffic from the WHIO Traffic Center
Check this page for a full list of crashes, disabled vehicles, construction projects and other hazards affecting your commute.
France to summon Turkish envoy over Erdogan’s ‘insults’
ATHENS: The UN refugee agency said Thursday it was encouraging migrants to leave a severely overcrowded Tripoli center, but rejected as “offensive” a British daily report alleging it was “starving” asylum-seekers to force them out. “I find that accusation offensive,” UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi told reporters in Athens. “I don’t know where you read that report. Us, starving
‘Kammuri’ least likely to be super typhoon
Pagasa said “Kammuri, ” which is still outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) and as of now has no direct effect on the country, has gained more strength while moving northwestward slowly at 170 kilometers per hour (kph). It was last spotted 1,470 km east of Southern Luzon with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph.
Electric Vehicle business ideas and opportunities?
EVs will help clean up the air and also use lesser resources reducing our dependency on the planet.
Masked gang kidnapped recovery driver to re-steal car found by police
Four men kidnapped a recovery driver to re-steal a car that was being taken to safety after being recovered by police.
Hundreds of buildings may be without water 'because too many people boiled kettles'
Businesses on Quay Street were among the buildings which lost water
How to drive in winter in British Columbia
This week’s temperature plunge into a deep freeze is an abrupt reminder that winter is on our doorstep, even if there isn’t any white stuff on t
Meet the M3 Medium Tank: It Had Two Main Guns and Was the “Coffin for Seven Brothers”
Was this weird-looking tank among the worst ever?
Facebook, Instagram restored after it goes down for thousands globally on Thanksgiving Day
— Thanksgiving Day is noted for sharing photographs and exchanging warm greetings on social media.
How To Fix An iPhone That Won’t Ring
If your phone won't ring, follow our guide as we are going to show you how to fix iPhone not ringing problem.
London Bridge: Two dead in terror attack; suspect with hoax bomb vest shot dead by police
British police have said they're dealing with an incident on London Bridge, and witnesses have reported hearing gunshots.The Metropolitan Police force tweeted that officers were 'in the early stages of dealing with an incident at London Bridge.'
Hong Kong to allow airlines to keep airport slots despite cutting capacity
HONG KONG: Airlines that fly to and from Hong Kong will be able to keep their prized airport slots even if they temporarily cut capacity due to ...
Microsoft touts Edge's new tab page connection to Office 365
By using group policy objects, IT admins can turn the browser into a front end for Office 365 with an enterprise-centric new tab page.
The U.S. Navy Has a Crazy Plan To Build Monster (But Useless) Battleships
Their construction was a mistake worth avoiding.
Stirling Castle Esplanade car parking subject to review following complaints
Stirling Castle’s operators Historic Environment Scotland this week confirmed they are reviewing visitor parking provision at the site.
Vodacom dismisses CEO departure talk
Vodacom Group denied reports CEO Shameel Joosub (pictured) was heading for the door, but revealed ...
AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Named In AIDA64 Update; Will Be Based On New Zen 3 Architecture
While AMD's Ryzen 3000 series CPUs make their way around the desktop PC market, there are actually hints of the brand's next-generation Ryzen 4000 series online. Specifically, the CPU series was mentioned on the official
PAGASA warns ‘Tisoy’ could follow same track of deadly typhoons Glenda, Reming
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that the approaching typhoon will follow a track similar to typhoons Glenda and Reming which left hundreds of people dead in 2014 and 2006, respectively.
Parts of US brace for heavy snow as storm system to bring 'weather hazards'
Plains region could see severe thunderstorms and tornadoes as dangerous weather has disrupted Thanksgiving travel
Driver condemned for ‘mindless parking’ in front of fire station doors
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was unable to send out one of its appliances to a road crash because it was blocked by the parked car.
No congregational prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid for 17th consecutive Friday
The mosque in Nowhatta area has been closed for prayers for nearly four months.
Apple accessories that are on sale for Black Friday
Maybe you aren't looking for a new iPhone or MacBook Pro this holiday season. Nonetheless, you're in the market for great Apple accessories such as keyboards and mice. Here are some you can score at deep discounts on Black Friday.
Atari VCS enters final stages of pre-production following series of delays
"Atari will always prioritise delivering a high-quality product over a self-imposed deadline," says Atari VCS COO
Costco's website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate it could have cost the retailer nearly $11 million in sales
Costco's website was down for at least 16 hours, according to data from the outage-tracking website, Down Detector.
Natwest and RBS customers miss out on Black Friday deals after apps go down
It happened at the worst possible time for bargain hunters.
10 years in, WhatsApp still needs true multi-device support
WhatsApp launched out of beta 10 years ago this month. The app has gained a slew of features in that time, but multi-device support is still MIA.
Problematic Smartphone Usage now a psychiatric disorder; 23% of kids affected
Problematic Smartphone Usage – or smartphone addiction – is now being viewed as a psychiatric disorder, with an average of 23% of kids ...
The U.S. Navy Would Have Been Stacked with Battleships If 1 Thing Never Happened
Any guesses?
Qatar welcomes another mega ship with 5,800 aboard
Qatar’s cruise season is moving ahead with full steam as yet another mega cruise ship docked at Doha Port yesterday. Qatar welcomed MSC Bellissima which arrived at the port with over 5,800 passengers on-board. It is MSC Bellissima’s, which is operated by global cruise line MSC Cruises, maiden call at Doha Port.
[Update: Face Tagging Rolling Out] Google Photos 4.32 tests Manual Face Tagging and account switching gesture
Google Photos 4.32 is testing the manual face tagging feature we recently discovered in a teardown of the app, along with a new account switching gesture.
TfL resets passwords for every Oyster account in London
No Disney+ shenanigans for the tube
China limits number of rides drivers can offer through car-pooling services
China's Ministry of Transport said car-pooling services have to limit the daily number of rides drivers can offer through apps such as Didi ...
Costco’s website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate it could have cost the retailer nearly $11 million in sales
Costco’s website crashed for several hours over Thanksgiving, and experts estimate that it could have cost the retailer as much as $11 million in sales.
China: 5 Crypto Exchanges Halt or Shut Services Amid Perceived Crackdown
At least five Chinese crypto exchanges have halted or chosen to terminate operations this month in response to a perceived hardening of Beijing’s anti-crypto stance.
Woman's fury at being unable to find train station car park spot - at 6.40am
Julie Camlin, from Huddersfield, spends hundreds as a season ticket holder at the St George's Square car park which has cut a number of its car parking spaces in recent months
CAA website besieged by angry drone pilots ahead of registration deadline
Thousands of UK drone pilots could face a fine of £1,000 if they fail to register their details with the [...]
Advice For Staying Safe Online
The Services Family have compiled seven tips to help protect you online
Government should nationalize Kenya Airways quickly -CEO
NAIROBI — The government must move quickly to nationalize Kenya Airways as regional competitors seeking to carve out market share pour cash into their national carriers, the airline’s chief executive said.
Birthday celebration turns deadly as two students die in road mishap at Hyderabad's PVNR expressway
The tragedy took place when a group of nine boys sneaked out of campus at Madhapur for a birthday celebration and were on their way back to college in an SUV.